Location
NORTHERN BEACHES
What it is?
The beaches to the north of Cairns includes: Machans Beach; Holloways Beach; Yorkeys Knob; Trinity Beach; Clifton Beach; and Palm Cove
What it offers?
Palm Cove is most popular with tourists and has some pretty expensive accommodation.
It is an easy walk from Palm Cove down to Clifton Beach, i remember doing that walk with a pram many times when my youngest was a baby.
There is a Coles at Clifton Beach and the nearest shopping centre is Smithfields.
Yorkeys Knob has a Yacht Club.
The drive from Cairns Airport to Palm Cove is about 25-30 minutes.
There is a stinger net and lifeguards at Palm Cove for those that like ocean swimming.
Wheelchair Access?
May require assistance.
What we did?
Checked out the beautiful Melaleuca trees at Palm Cove.
We purchased a few things off marketplace from people who lived at Clifton Beach, so we drove around that area a few times.
Highlight?
How peaceful the smaller beaches are compared to Cairns and Palm Cove.
Would I do it again?
I love Cairns and i will definitely be doing most things again.
What do you need?
As a couple: water bottles; wide brim hat: sunscreen; bug spray; good sturdy shoes; swimmers and towels; picnic and picnic blanket.
With Kids: water; snacks; wide brim hat; sunscreen; bug spray; good sturdy shoes.
With Pets: some places allow responsible pet owners. Please ask.
Yearly Events
Cairns Ironman in June;
Coral Coast Triathlon at Yorkeys Knob in August.